Thursday, August 4, 2011

Evergreen Air Museum

On Tuesday, we woke up early, and decided it was a great day to go to the Evergreen Air Museum in McMinnville. It's always nice having labs drawn the day before an adventure, so we knew Henry could tolerate it. Owen was so excited to go see AND touch airplanes.

Both boys were amazed when they saw all the planes (and really, me and Lucas too). Henry was pointing and signing, "more". Owen just ran and touched each one he could.

A family portrait? I think they are ready to travel.




An amazing brotherly kiss, actually caught on camera!


Henry LOVED the airplanes... especially when Lucas was holding him. (he's such a daddy's boy!)

Owen, practicing his helicopter skills.


Henry loved this little airplane, especially when he discovered he could spin both the propeller and the steering wheel.



Now, practicing his fighter pilot skills.

Both brothers looking at the Spruce Goose.

Outside were lots of airplanes, Owen loved the blue one.




There was a "free" biplane ride for kids. Owen didn't really want to go, but was intrigued by the idea of riding a green airplane. Plus, the volunteer was really pushing a ride. So, luckily, Owen was the only one on the ride. He started OK, then about two minutes in, he said, so quietly, but clearly, "stop now please." He never cried, but was very ready to be rescued from the plane. "it was a little scary" I love this look!

Of course, ten minutes later he was dancing around, pretending he was flying the green plane again.

Henry passed out on the ride home.

Owen was very serious, a car nap was NOT going to happen.


We had a great morning. When happy boys coincide with a day off, which coincides with a healthy Henry, I love having good adventures! I love seeing Henry smile, and Owen laugh.

2 comments:

Suzanne said...

That first picture is awesome!

MOM said...

It is so great to see both boys out just doing "ordinary things" together and having fun! What a great day at Evergreen!